NEWS · 19 Oct 2026
Haaland doubtful, Semenyo out as City reshape attack for AEK Athens
Manchester City coach Enzo Maresca is weighing his attacking options for Tuesday’s Champions League clash with AEK Athens after Erling Haaland is doubtful and Ivan Semenyo has been ruled out. The side will need to adapt if the key forwards are unavailable.
The upcoming Champions League match against AEK Athens on Tuesday has taken a turn for the worse for Manchester City as striker Erling Haaland is reported to be doubtful for the game and midfielder Ivan Semenyo has been ruled out.
In light of these absences, Enzo Maresca is looking at alternative attacking options. The coach will have to decide which players can step into the void left by Haaland and Semenyo.
The match against AEK Athens is a crucial step in City’s campaign, and the team will need to find a way to maintain their offensive threat without the two players.
The lack of Haaland and Semenyo could force City to adjust their formation or bring in players from the bench to keep the attack fluid.
Maresca will likely make his final squad decision after the medical reports are released and will then prepare the team in training for the clash.